Tree removal is most often a last resort for homeowners in St. Louis, MO. But sometimes it is necessary. Do you need tree removal? A certified arborist from STLC Tree Care can examine the tree and determine if removal is the only option or if care and maintenance can fix the problem. Technicians are available for tree removal in St. Louis, Missouri. Just call 314-886-6085 or click the button below for a FREE estimate and assessment of the tree (or trees) in question.
Do You Need Tree Removal?
Given enough time, a tree will start to decay and die. Sometimes, a tree can become hazardous due to homes, buildings and other structures nearby. Here are a few reasons it could be time to think about calling a tree service in St. Louis, MO to assess whether tree removal is necessary your property:
- Decaying Trees – A rotting tree has serious damage, whether it’s from insects, disease, age or some other cause. It needs to be removed from the property before it can infect other trees or collapse on a nearby structure.
- Safety & Visibility – Lower limbs can be removed in order to make the area underneath the tree safer or to create a better view.
- Root Encroachment – Tree roots extend below the ground even farther than the tree canopy. They wrap around water lines and push up sidewalks if given the chance. Cutting the tree down will eventually kill these roots and stops them from destroying nearby property.
- Nearby Trees & Plants – A tree that has grown too big for its location impacts the smaller trees and plants around it by taking away water and nutrients and blocking sunlight.
- Power or Phone Lines – Large trees interfere with these lines and create a danger for falling. Sometimes the phone or electrical company may demand these trees to be removed, or you can proactively have trees removed as a precaution.
St. Louis Tree Removal
Services
Each tree removal service in St. Louis is slightly different from the others. Your assigned tree care technician has to consider the size of the tree, its location and what you want done with the tree once it is cut down to the ground. St. Louis tree specialists from STLC Tree Care consider all these factors before determining a plan to cut down the tree using one of the services below:
- Basic Tree Removal – The standard tree removal service includes cutting down the tree, getting rid of the branches and limbs and cutting the trunk into smaller sections for firewood. For an extra cost, technicians can haul the wood away instead.
- Felling Only – The least expensive tree removal option is to just cut down the tree. Technicians fell the tree safely, but it’s up to you to complete debris cleanup and saw the remaining limbs and trunk.
- Minimal Impact Tree Removal – If there isn’t much space to fell the tree, it’s necessary to bring it down piece by piece. This type of tree removal is more complex, but the best way to ensure the safety of your home, lawn and fences.
Not sure which type of tree removal service is the right one for you? Not to worry! Give STLC Tree Care a call at 314-886-6085 or click the button for a FREE estimate and we will send a tree care specialist from St. Louis, Missouri to examine the tree and determine the proper type of removal.
Emergency Tree Removal
in St. Louis, MO
Hopefully you will never need emergency tree removal. But sometimes severe storms and strong winds in St. Louis, Missouri can cause a tree to fall or partially fall. Disease or decay can cause a tree to fall too. If this does happen, you will want the tree removed by a professional tree service immediately. These are just a few situations STLC Tree Care considers to be emergencies:
- Trees that are blown over onto other trees
- Large branches that are showing damage
- A tree that has already fallen on a structure or vehicle
- A canopy that is entirely detached from the bottom of the tree
- Trees that have been struck by lightning
- Trees that are blocking a driveway or road
Emergency Tree Removal? Call Now!
If any one of these emergency situations do occur, here is what you can do to ensure the safety of your family and your property. Don’t let anyone get too close to the falling tree. A damaged tree can fall very quickly. If trees are lying on a power line or structure, it may be necessary to evacuate the area until the tree is gone.
- Obtain emergency care for anyone who may be injured.
- Take pictures of the damage to your home, other buildings and vehicles if it is safe to do so. The insurance company will likely require photos if you need to file a claim.
- Call us to send a crew to remove the tree. Technicians sent from STLC Tree Care respond as soon as possible to remove a tree that is putting your family or home at risk.
Fallen Tree Removal
in St. Louis
Most landscaping in St. Louis has a lot of trees. The more trees on a property, the stronger chance one will fall at some point in time. In the event of a fallen tree, it’s still smart to call a professional tree removal service in St. Louis. Tree care specialists from STLC Tree Care have industrial equipment, training and experience to safely and efficiently get rid of the limbs and saw the trunk into smaller sections for firewood. For an extra charge, service technicians can remove the wood from the property.
Still unsure if tree removal is necessary? That’s what STLC Tree Care is here for. The tree specialist sent to your home can determine the health of the tree and identify signs of disease, decay or death. He or she can also determine if the tree is dangerous to your home, building or nearby landscaping and structures and if removal or tree trimming and care can alter the growth of the tree. You have nothing to lose. Call 314-886-6085 to schedule an assessment or click here for a FREE estimate from a tree removal specialist in St. Louis.
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